2023 Hyundai Kona: Price, Specs & Review
The quest for the quintessential urban SUV ends with the newly revealed 2023 Hyundai Kona. Beyond its exquisite blend of performance and elegance, this compact marvel is the city dweller’s dream, designed with a sleekness that speaks volumes and technology that resonates with today’s world. Let's journey into its defining features.
Key Specifications:
- Starting Price: $22,649 - $30,199*
- Engine: 2.0L MPI Atkinson 4-cylinder, 1.6L Turbo-GDI 4-cylinder engine
- Transmission: Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT), 7-speed EcoShift Dual Clutch Transmission
- Fuel economy: 8.0/6.6/7.4 L/100km
- Fuel tank capacity: 50L
- Drive configuration: FWD / AWD
- Horsepower: 147 - 195
Trim Comparison
| Feature/ Trim | Essential | Preferred | N Line |
| Starting Price* | $22,649 | $24,999 | $30,199 |
| Engine | 2.0-litre MPI Atkinson 4-cylinder | 2.0-litre MPI Atkinson 4-cylinder | 1.6-litre Turbo-GDI 4-cylinder engine |
| Transmission | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) | 7-speed EcoShift Dual Clutch Transmission |
| Drive Type | FWD / AWD | FWD / AWD | AWD |
| Horsepower | 147 @ 6,200 RPM | 147 @ 6,200 RPM | 195 @ 6,000 RPM |
| Fuel Economy | 8.0/6.6/7.4 | 8.0/6.6/7.4 | 8.8/7.4/8.2 |
What's New for 2023
The Kona effortlessly weaves its compact dimensions with bold and daring design motifs, presenting a fusion of form and function. Retaining its signature compactness, the 2023 Kona has elevated its aesthetic game, giving truth to the sentiment, "same size, but with a bolder flair." Its revamped facade hints at modernity, but it's the inside that seals the deal.
Performance
Nestled beneath its hood is a standard 2.0-litre MPI 4-cylinder engine, boasting 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. For those desiring more verve, the 1.6L GDI turbocharged variant offers a heady 195 horsepower and 195 lb-ft torque. Merging power with precision, the available All-Wheel Drive ensures optimal handling, especially in challenging terrains, courtesy of its active cornering control system.
Interior Layout and Options
With the 2023 Kona, you're not just driving but immersing yourself in an atmosphere of luxury. This year's refined interior prioritizes your comfort, offering a haven of lavish features. From the minute you settle in, every moment inside the Kona feels like a pampered escape, ensuring that each trip is nothing short of a sumptuous experience.
Exterior Layout and Options
The Kona retains its familiar silhouette but has been reimagined with a boldness that captures attention and hearts alike. Every contour and curve of its revamped exterior speaks of audacious charm, drawing eyes and leaving a lasting impression. This is more than just a vehicle; it's a statement of style that's irresistibly magnetic.
Technology and Infotainment Features
A high-definition 10.25" touch-screen forms the nucleus of Kona’s tech universe, complemented by an 8.0" standard touch-screen. Journeying across town or searching for late-night eats becomes an experience, thanks to the head-up display, which projects vital stats within your sightline. The 8-speaker harman/kardon® system, coupled with Clari-FiTM technology, promises unrivalled auditory pleasure for audiophiles.
Enhanced with intuitive features like rain-sensing wipers, proximity keyless entry, and a wireless charging pad, Kona ensures modern-day conveniences are always within arm's reach.
Safety and Driver Assistance Features
Hyundai SmartSenseâ„¢ presents a spectrum of safety utilities, all working in harmony to safeguard you. Radar, camera, and motion-detection tech collaborate to pre-empt and prevent potential mishaps. The Kona's core, however, is its crowning jewel: the SUPERSTRUCTUREâ„¢. Fashioned from Advanced High-Strength Steel, it stands as the fortress that absorbs and deflects collision forces, securing the safety of its occupants.
Reserve Yours Today
Unveiling the perfect blend of aesthetics, performance, and technology – the 2023 Hyundai Kona is every urbanite's dream ride. And with such a fusion of excellence, it beckons to be driven. Reach out to Penticton Hyundai and mark your claim on this masterpiece today.
*All pricing is based on Alberta MSRP and does not include taxes and fees. Dealer pricing may differ. Prices are subject to change anytime without notice.